The latest report of Afrobarometer corruption survey shows brides in Mozambique but it still high.

The perception of corruption in Mozambique remains high, says Afrobarometer.

Half the population believe it necessary to pay a bribe to avoid a fine or going to court or register a property.

Two thirds are convinced a rich person is easily able to buy their way out of trouble.

A third of respondents believe most or all people in public service are corrupt.

This includes the presidency, judges, parliament and local government. It extends to business and non government organizations.

This perception has not changed since the previous survey four years ago although faith in the presidency has increased marginally.  

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President Cyril Ramaphosa has not yet approved the choice, which is  a vital prerequisite in the process.

It’s called agrement.

A country confidentially puts out feelers to the host nation about sending an envoy.

Only when they have the OK is any announcement made.

The US Embassy in Pretoria is being as cagey about reports of the East London born former tennis international Lana Marks as are the South African Presidency and Department of International Relations and Cooperation.

All three concur that any announcement, if indeed there is one, will have to come from the WhiteHouse 

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